
The Dangers of Nicotine Use and Tobacco Products
Dive into the world of nicotine use and tobacco products, exploring the various types available, the harmful effects on the body, and the social consequences. Discover the highly addictive chemical, nicotine, in tobacco products, and learn about the carcinogenic elements present. Uncover the different categories of tobacco products and the media's influence on perceptions of nicotine use. Say no to the misconceptions and make informed choices for a healthier lifestyle.
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A Toxic Waste Effects of Nicotine Use
Objectives Identify the various types of tobacco and nicotine products Identify the chemical makeup of tobacco products Analyze the social consequences of nicotine use Describe the harmful short-term and long-term effects of nicotine use, including secondhand smoke, on the body 2
Lets look at a drug that contains a highly addictive chemical. This drug comes in many forms. Whetherit is smoked, dipped, chewed, or vaporized, it affects the healthy development of the teenage brain and body. What is this drug? Tobacco 3
What is the Highly Addictive chemical in tobacco products? Nicotine 4
Carcinogenic Tobacco products contain thousands of carcinogens, including toxic metals, chemicals, and poisonous gases. Carcinogenic cause cancer. 5
Tobacco Products Fall in 3 Categories Smoked Smoked Cigarettes Cigars Pipe tobacco Hookah tobacco Smokeless Smokeless Dip Chew Electronic Nicotine Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems Delivery Systems (ENDS) (ENDS) ENDS heat a liquid containing a concentration of nicotine forming an aerosol that is inhaled. The nicotine oil often contains varying compositions of flavoring. E-cigarettes Vape pens Vaporizers Hookah pens 6
Media Spin With all the information we have about the health risks of using tobacco products, it s surprising that anyone would begin such a nasty and harmful habit. Mostteens are smart and don t start. Whydo you think the few teens that choose to use nicotine do so in the first place? Maybe they think nicotine use will make them cool or glamorous. They might also overestimate its use thinking everybody does it. Images of nicotine use in the media can influence people s perceptions of how much it is really used. Media images promote the perceptionthat nicotine use leads to popularity, peer acceptance, and a positive self-image. TV shows and movies are not reality and most of us know this. That s why, despite all the nicotine use on TV and in movies and online, the great majority of teens, adults, athletes, and celebrities do not use nicotine. So, don t let the media sway you into thinking everybody does it or that using nicotine makes you look cool. 7
Please complete Kahoot! When finished with all 10 lessons. 8